What to Wear to the Office Christmas Party

Cocktail Party Outfit

If your invitation specifies a cocktail party dress code, we would suggest wearing something slightly more elevated than your normal shirt and chinos, yet versatile enough that you can re-wear all the items many times over for different occasions. A sports jacket is the perfect choice with your chinos, as it adds a polished look to an otherwise standard outfit.

This summer, we think blue tones and stripes are fresh and sophisticated, especially when paired together with a crisp white linen shirt. Finish the look off with a matching brown belt and shoes for a neat cocktail party outfit.

Sit-Down Dinner Outfit

Step outside your comfort zone with neutral tones that add a summer twist to your Christmas party outfit. For a sit-down dinner, it is important to consider an outfit that is both stylish and comfortable.

Think crisp white shirts, bone linen sports jackets and neutral chinos. You can add a splash of colour with a lapel pin and tan leather accessories if your work event calls for an extra level of style and sophistication. Just careful not to accidentally spill anything on your elegant ensemble.

 

Casual Office Party Outfit

A casual office Christmas party is the perfect time to unwind with co-workers, while still dressing up for the final office event for the year. Being a casual dress code, now is the perfect time to wear a bold shirt that you might not normally wear to the office.

A bright linen shirt is an easy choice, especially for a warm day in the sun or a balmy December night. Pair this shirt together with a pair of light-coloured tailored shorts or chinos. To dress this outfit up, you can throw a neutral tone sports jacket over the top, or if it’s a warm day, consider rolling up the sleeves for a relaxed, more comfortable look.

 

Finishing Touches

Unless your office Christmas party invitation explicitly says it is going to be a formal event, you should be able to forgo the tie on this occasion. However, to still keep your outfit neat, almost all of our sports jackets have a built-in pocket square to complement your look.

Keeping with the festive spirit, a lapel pin is a subtle touch that won’t spoil your otherwise elegant office Christmas party outfit.

Office Christmas Party Tips

• If your office Christmas party is being hosted outdoors, consider bringing a safari hat to keep you cool from the sun.
• Read the invitation before planning your outfit as your party may have a theme you will want to dress for.
• Consider the culture and day-to-day dress code of the office. More casual workplaces will likely have relaxed office Christmas party outfit expectations, while businesses with formal dress codes will require a neater outfit.

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